OYLA Magazine

OYLA Magazine is a science and technology publication for readers aged 12 and up. It features engaging articles, interactive content, and stunning visuals designed to inspire curiosity and a love for learning. Ideal for young minds eager to explore and understand the world around them.

OYLA Magazine

What Is the Area of a Circle? • Everyone knows that the area of a circle is calculated using the simple formula A = πr2. But how did mathematicians arrive at this result? Well, any complex shape can be broken down into smaller, simpler ones, which makes the calculations much easier. This technique is known as approximation.

The “Weird” Universe of Edward Milne • The name Edward Arthur Milne is familiar today primarily to historians of science. Yet this brilliant scientist was one of the pioneers of modern cosmology, proposing an alternative model of the universe. With his original approach and willingness to reevaluate fundamental questions, he earned the admiration of such luminaries as Paul Dirac, Roger Penrose, and even Albert Einstein himself.

WHITEWASH THAT: Where Do Colors Go from a Bowl of Bleach? • Today, bleach is a staple in almost every household. Even the most careful among us sometimes spill ketchup on a white tablecloth or need to freshen up their favorite shirt. But which bleaches actually do the job and which ones just seem effective? And just how exactly do they erase or at least fade every stubborn stain? Let’s find out!

THE MYSTERIOUS THIRD EYE • Typically, our bodies come equipped with pairs of organs, such as lungs, ears, and kidneys. Others, like the heart, stomach, and liver, are unique. But what about the eyes? You might be surprised to find out that they can come in threes, too. While humans no longer retain the third eye, it remains well-developed in lizards and tadpoles. Just what is this strange organ, what does it do, and why did some species lose it?

UNDERWATER FASHIONISTAS

Why Is Our Brain Wrinkled? • Grooves and wrinkles cover the surface of the brain. The advantage is clear: they help the brain pack all of its functions into an area the size of two fists. But what makes the cortex crumpled into such intricate folds?

Should You Pop a Blister? • You know the feeling: after a few hours in tight new shoes, a painful blister starts forming. It keeps bothering you until it may eventually harden into a callus, a dry, thickened patch of skin. But should you wait for a blister to toughen up or pop it right away? Let’s break down the best approach.

Pyramids of the World • When we think of pyramids, we usually imagine the famous ones in Egypt, rising out of the desert near Giza. However, similar structures can be found all over the world! But who built them, when, and, most importantly, why?

CAN WE BRING AN END TO POVERTY? • Humanity as a whole has never been as rich and prosperous as it is today. Yet hundreds of millions of people continue to live in poverty. Why is this still happening, and what can we do to fight it?

FAST FASHION HAZARDS • A new collection drop from a global brand goes viral on social media, and suddenly, we need those exact clothes. Black Friday hits, and we’re rushing to refresh our wardrobes. What could possibly spoil the joy of a brand-new purchase? Unfortunately, one thing can: our shopping addiction is harming the environment.

TOXIC DESIGN

THE GREAT ATTRACTOR: Where Are We Headed? • The Moon orbits the Earth, the Earth orbits the Sun, and the Sun, along with billions of other stars, revolves around the center of our galaxy, the Milky Way. It takes about 250 million years—or one galactic year—to complete a full orbit. What are the chances that the center of the Milky Way itself is standing still and not moving through space?

HOW DO WE SUSTAIN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE? • Who hasn’t heard of...